Cryptic crossword clue
Chased by colonist, consider looking back 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word REGARDANT

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The straight part
We know that "looking back" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case looking back = regardant.
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What does REGARDANT mean?

REGARDANT adjective
  1. (of an animal): with the head turned toward the back of the body.
  2. Watchful, attentive; contemplative.

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